Nigeria fighter plane shot down by bandits – military
Craig TaylorThe pilot survives by ejecting and hiding with local residents, before rejoining his comrades. BBC News – Africa
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South Africa looting: Clean-up to mark Nelson Mandela Day
People were urged to honour the anti-apartheid hero’s legacy by rebuilding after riots left 212 dead. BBC News – Africa
South African says riots over Zuma jailing pre-planned – Cyril Ramaphosa
At least 212 people are now known to have died in unrest sparked by the jailing of Jacob Zuma. BBC News – Africa
Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: Fleeing for fear of new ethnic conflict
“War is inevitable – it is ethnic cleansing,” says an Ethiopian doctor who has escaped to Sudan. BBC News – Africa
South Africa Zuma riots: Queues form in Durban due to shortages
Some South Africans are clearing up as protests continue over the arrest of ex-President Jacob Zuma. BBC News – Africa
Ghana’s Kojo Marfo: Sell-out show for butcher-turned-painter
He’s got rock star fans and two sold-out shows to his name, but Kojo Marfo prefers life’s simple joys. BBC News – Africa